Boy, 12, dies after falling over in park recreational grounds
The incident took place in Wharton Recreation Ground, Winsford Google Street Maps A 12-year-old boy has died after falling in a recreational grounds in Cheshire , police have said. He was found seriously injured by Cheshire police on Friday evening after falling from park apparatus in Wharton Recreation Ground, near...
Two people extricated from NYS Thruway crash
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Multiple first responders were at the scene of a crash on the NYS Thruway on Thursday. At least two cars appeared to have been involved. Both vehicles, which had at least one person in each, were found off the road and upside down. The Victor Fire Department says the people in […]
The Weekend Buzz: You’re Not Invited
We've got no Scott this week... but we still have Sandy, who's always happy to test our patience in the most delightful ways. First she asks if it's justified not to invite your spouse to a hangout. Then she sees if music can improve chocolate.
Deputies: Serial theft suspect arrested after Henrietta chase
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Brighton man with a lengthy record of theft-related arrests was taken into custody Wednesday after deputies said he stole merchandise from a Dick’s Sporting Goods in Henrietta and fled on foot through a shopping plaza. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were notified around...
Hearings to help improve city schools in receivership begin
A series of public hearings intended to improve schools in receivership in the Rochester City School District begins Friday. Receivership schools are classified by the State Education Department as "persistently struggling" and are targeted to get special attention to help improve student outcomes. School leaders...
Rochester health officials offer tips to help students cope with back-to-school anxiety
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – With the school year approaching in New York, many parents and students are feeling anxious. There are a number of stressors revolving school, from making friends, to passing classes, and safety concerns, especially following a recent deadly shooting in Minnesota. Caitlin Bradley, director of youth...
Rita Moreno to receive prestigious award in Rochester
Rochester, N.Y. — An icon in the entertainment industry is coming to Rochester this fall to receive a prestigious award. Rita Moreno will be this year's recipient of the George Eastman Award, which recognizes people for their distinguished contributions to the art of cinema. The ceremony will be held Oct. 29 at the...
Morning Briefing: Minnesota shooting a “wakeup call,” education leaders say, Schumer pushes to protect...
Good morning, Rochester. Here's what you need to know today. Aside from a few early morning showers, look for cool and breezy conditions today as skies become partly sunny. Highs will only top out in the low 60s. We'll see quiet weather through the holiday weekend as temperatures gradually warm...
The World’s Largest Marble Is Here in New York
Just add it to the long list of unique New York State records!
Man arrested after being accused of trying to cash fraudulent check
GREECE, N.Y. — A 31-year-old man has been arrested after Greece Police say he tried to cash a fraudulent check, and may have committed similar crimes at various other banks in the area. Police say it happened on Thursday at around 12:38 p.m. at Tompkins Bank on Long Pond Road. They say they were able […]
